Whenever we have some news from the brewery or any of our pubs, we’ll be sure to post it here. Look out for lots of stories coming up, reporting on events and anything else we think might be of interest to you!
Hook Norton Brewery is proud to announce the launch of its new Limited Edition Barrel Aged Double Stout, a bold and indulgent creation brewed to an authentic 19th-century recipe and matured to perfection. Crafted at 8%, this jet-black stout has been barrel aged for 18 months in oak, developing a remarkable depth of character that […]
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Hook Norton Brewery is proud to announce the brewing of a special beer, JB’s Journey, created to help raise awareness of the former Banbury Rugby Club captain and coach John Baker, who sustained a serious injury last November. John’s wife Tina, daughter Georgina, and close family friend Paul Jackson joined brewer Robin Underwood at Hook Norton Brewery to take part in […]
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Access All Areas of Taste We’ve once more teamed up with our good friends down at Arbor Brewery, Bristol to brew AAA Pass, an exclusive American Amber Ale crafted to deliver full-access flavour in every sip. Brewed using a bold trio of Amarillo, Citra, and Emperor hops, AAA Pass offers a vibrant fusion of citrus, […]
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Hook Norton Brewery, renowned for its rich brewing history since 1849, will be showcasing it’s Heritage Clothing range at a special event on Friday 5th December 5pm – 8pm. Inspired by the brewery’s deep-rooted countryside heritage and timeless British style, the collection is a natural extension of the Hook Norton lifestyle—authentic, rugged, and unmistakably rural. […]
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Hook Norton Brewery MD James Clarke admits he can’t carry a tune, but discovers a different kind of symphony in these musings on recent beer and food pairings. I was never any good at music in school, and I still cannot read a note. I remember music exams with dread; practising Silent Night on a […]
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Hook Norton Brewery has been officially recognised as a top-tier visitor attraction after being awarded a prestigious 2025 VisitEngland Hidden Gem Accolade. The award was presented yesterday at a celebratory lunch at the British Motor Museum in Gaydon, Warwickshire. Mark Graham and Nigel Brownsea attended the event on behalf of The Hook Norton Brewery Co […]
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Hook Norton Brewery is proud to announce a truly global brewing collaboration – Red Barchetta (4.2%) – created in partnership with Canadian craft breweries Main St. Brewery, Neighbourhood Brewing, and hop experts Charles Faram & Co. This special cask ale represents a meeting of minds, malts, and hops across two continents. The recipe was conceived […]
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What a splendid evening it was! Hook Norton Brewery was decked with naval flags last night, Tuesday, October 21st, 2025, as we hosted our special Trafalgar Night Dinner & Drinks Evening. It was a fantastic way to commemorate the anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar and, closer to home, celebrate the 20th anniversary of our […]
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Hook Norton Brewery is marking a significant milestone this month: the 20th Anniversary of its celebrated Flagship IPA To honour the occasion, which ties into the Battle of Trafalgar Bicentenary that inspired the brew’s 2005 launch, Brewer Rob Thomson undertook a pilgrimage to the most famous “flagship” of all: Admiral Lord Nelson’s HMS Victory in […]
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Welcome to “Not Just Small Beer” An Art Exhibition Celebrating Alewives and Brewsters Through Time Hook Norton Brewery is proud to host Not Just Small Beer, a vibrant art exhibition that shines a light on the historic and mythical figures of the brewing world: the alewives and brewsters. The exhibition brings together artists from diverse […]
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Hook Norton Brewery’s 4.2% Brew Takes Top Prize The 18th Moreton Beer & Cider Festival concluded on Saturday, September 13, 2025, after two days of celebrating the best of British brewing and cider-making. The popular event, held at the Moreton in Marsh Cricket Club, saw an impressive selection of approximately 45 Real Ales and 20 […]
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Hook Norton Brewery is raising a glass(or two) to 20 years of Flagship IPA, first brewed in 2005 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar. Originally launched as a one-off brew, it quickly won fans earning it a permanent place as the October beer in the brewery’s seasonal range of cask ales. Flagship […]
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